Osun: Oke-Ila monarch, Oba Abolarin loses wife

Osun State is in deep mourning following the death of Olori Solape, the wife of the Orangun of Òkè-Ìlá, Oba Adedokun Abolarin, Aroyinkeye 1.

Though the palace is yet to issue an official statement on the tragic event, Family sources said the Queen of Oke-Ila went the way of all flesh Monday morning following some health complications.

The sudden demise of the much loved Olori has triggered a torrent of reactions and condolences.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Malam Olawale Rasheed, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, expressed profound sorrow on the sudden demise of Olori Solape.

Describing Olori Solape as a virtuous woman and a pillar of support to her husband in the challenging task of administering the affairs of his subjects, Governor Adeleke enjoined Oba Abolarin, his children, family, colleagues and the people of Oke-Ila, to be comforted by the memory of the wonderful moments they shared with the departed Queen.

Governor Adeleke’s words: “The Governor conveys his heartfelt condolences to Oba Abolarin and the people of Oke-Ila and the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, where she worked before her sudden death, urging everyone touched by her loss to take solace in the fact that she lived a life full of impact.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba Adedokun Omoniyi Abolarin, on the passage of his beloved wife, Olori Solape Christianah Abolarin. On that note also, I sympathise with the family and the people of Oke-Ila for the loss of a mother to many and a beacon of humility.”

Adeleke also condoled with the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the state, where the deceased worked before her death, noting: “As much as her demise may have pierced a deep pain in our hearts, we must honour the progress in our communities that she stood for while alive and uphold the values of contributions that defined her life journey.

“While praying for the repose of the soul of Olori Solape Christianah Abolarin, Governor Adeleke enjoined Kabiyesi Abolarin, children, family, colleagues and the people of Oke-Ila to be comforted by the memory of the wonderful moments shared with the deceased and the fact that she lived a life full of impacts.”